Without an appointment, Joanne was stopped by the receptionist—until she identified herself as Bos Group's CEO's secretary.
The entire Shoreline City knew about the Grey and Bennett families' impending merger, and with both companies currently collaborating, the receptionist not only let her through but helpfully pointed toward the conference room.
"Thanks." Rolling her suitcase, Joanne marched straight in and pushed the door open forcefully.
The room froze. VentureOne's top executives gaped as Seraphina, presiding over the meeting from the head chair, stiffened.
Joanne didn’t hesitate. Striding forward, she tilted the suitcase, sending a cascade of bundled bills scattering at Seraphina’s feet.
Wads of cash thudded across the floor, one striking Seraphina’s toes hard enough to make he
